Since my last post several weeks ago, I have had nothing particular to discuss. Yesterday we had a busy day. It started early when we drove to downtown Indianapolis so that I could run in a 5K race that began at 8 a.m. Temperatures were in the high 60s, but the run was comfortable because we ran mostly on the shady side of the street. I was pleased with my effort.
We returned home and, after lunch, ventured out to downtown Greenwood. We first stopped at the library, where they gave coupons for a small cone at the nearby Mrs. Curl. We then drove to where Greenwood was celebrating its Bicentennial year with strawberry shortcakes, food trucks, handmade & vintage vendors, and live music. We walked past all the vendors, and there were many, and found where the strawberry shortcakes were sold.
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We found strawberries shortcakes in the
the tent with a white roof. |
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| A long line of vendors |
We returned home and rested for a while before venturing out again, this time to Mallow Run Winery. The winery sponsors food trucks and music every Saturday in the summer months. We had never attended, but it’s only a short drive away. When we arrived, we were amazed at the number of cars. This was a free concert; there is a fee at some concerts.  |
| A portion of the crowd |
We found our way to the food trucks. Some had long lines, but we found one that offered a pork burger, and the lines were reasonable. We looked around and found a picnic table to enjoy our burger. Ray had a glass of wine. Shortly after sitting down, the table collapsed. We weren’t hurt, but Ray lost his wine and went to purchase another one. We enjoyed the music since we were far from the stage. If there is a next time, we’ll take our lawn chairs as we saw many others doing.
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| Grape Vines at Mallow Run Winery |
Later today, we're heading to the Greenwood Community Band's "Killer Bs" concert. This concert celebrates the works of songwriters whose names begin with the letter "B," including Beethoven, Burt Bacharach, Barry Manilow, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, Bruno Mars, Billie Eilish O'Connell, Bob Segar, Bernie Taupin, and Bruce Springsteen. The temperatures have cooled since yesterday, and we'll have our lawn chairs, so this should be a fun concert.
When we moved in July 2020 to this address, I noticed some bedding plants but didn't know what they were, thinking they might be a type of lily. When the plants began growing the following spring, I realized that rabbits were biting off the tips, meaning there wouldn't be any flowers. Last year I used a rabbit deterrent, but I was too late. When I saw the plants beginning their growth this spring, I was quick to spray, and it has paid off.
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I'm glad the bunnies didn't
ruin this beautiful lily this year! |
